I think It's Okay - Street Art Print

Regular Street Art contributor John was born in South West Ireland in 1949. He emigrated to London in the 1950s and has worked as a builder and roofer, but endured lengthy spells of unemployment. He has experienced periods of homelessness and suffered mental health problems. In 1999 he first discovered his natural ability and enjoyment of painting, encouraged by The Big Issue. He has since exhibited at Somerset House, The British Museum, The Royal Academy and in Europe.

Unframed Print available in size A4 only

John Sheehy

John was born in Ireland in 1949 and immigrated to London in the 1950s. He has experienced periods of homelessness and suffered mental health problems. John’s artistic output spans painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography and poetry. “Art helps me – it’s crucial, necessary; gets me through the day, gets me through the night,” he says. “It’s a friend to me – a big time friend.”